Thailand news: current events and interesting facts

Thailand is gearing up for a major push as the country looks to cement its status as a global tourism mecca and shopping paradise.

Expectations for tourist traffic after the introduction of visa-free travel have not been met. This has had a negative impact on the revenue of Thailand's tourism industry, which accounts for 20% of GDP.

Thailand abolishes visas, expands nightlife and increases entertainment for tourists. The goal is to bring back record 2019 tourist traffic and generate $57 billion from tourism by 2024.

Thailand offers foreigners free admission to national parks and solid discounts on tours, wellness, shopping. The promotion is valid from December 1, 2023 to February 29, 2024.

Airports in Thailand, Vietnam and other Southeast Asian countries are expanding aggressively, expecting passenger traffic to double by 2030.

Thailand has made it mandatory to declare all foreign income remitted into the country. This will affect foreigners who have lived there for more than 180 days.

The Thai government has decided to reduce the prices of essential goods and services on a large scale. This measure is aimed at supporting the population and the country's economy in conditions of high inflation.

Isuzu has announced that it will start production of the D-Max electric pickup truck in Thailand by 2025.

Experts see an increase in foreign buyers' activity in Thailand's real estate market in 2023 after a downturn due to the pandemic. There is an increase in the number of transactions and their value.

Analyzing the impact of visa abolition on the inflow of Chinese investors and demand for condominiums in Thailand

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Thailand remains an attractive real estate market for foreign buyers as sales in the apartment sector increased by 383%.

Thousands of people protested in Bangkok on Sunday. Participants called for the approval of the prime minister from the party that won the election.

Finance Minister Arkom Termpitthayapaisit said on Monday that the formation of a new coalition government will take some time.

The Thai elections last week were the subject of lively discussions in Laos, both online and in real life. 

On Friday, the City Hall hosted a ceremony to appoint 33 new ambassadors for public relations.

Russia provides quotas for free education for Thai students. Applicants apply through the Education in Russia portal.

Thailand is a magical country that attracts many people from all over the world. But one of its most amazing wonders is the Thai language, the sound of which is amazingly melodious.

A legendary bout between Khalilov and Superlek at ONE Fight Night 12. They will meet in a battle for the win and show off their incredible skills.

AIS has unveiled Thailand's first autonomous drone with artificial intelligence, leveraging 5G capabilities for industrial applications.

Thai authorities have banned gun licenses and tightened rules for stores following the shooting death of a teacher.

The Thai government has launched an initiative to have Chinese and Thai police officers jointly patrol tourist areas. 

Thai authorities have arrested a motorcycle thief who could pick a lock in seconds and flee in someone else's vehicle.

There's a boom in Korean pop music and culture in Thailand. Young Thais are dreaming of the fame of K-pop stars. The country's authorities are actively stimulating the growth of the national entertainment industry to replicate the success of South Korea.

According to a report released by the Thai office of global research firm Mintel, seven out of ten Thais celebrate holidays at home due to the high cost of living. 

The Embassy of the Republic of Korea and the Cultural Center in Thailand hosted the opening of the exhibition "Busan World Expo 2030 - Experience Busan Tourism and Local Cuisine Like a Movie", which will run from May 2 to June 30. 

2023 will be a pivotal year for Muay Thai as the martial art moves onto the global stage and gains recognition from international organizations. 

In the final round of the Miss Grand Thailand beauty pageant, contestants were asked an unusual question - who would they choose as the next Prime Minister of Thailand: General Prayut Chan-ochu or Deputy Prime Minister General Prawit Wongsuwan.

Thailand has detained an aggressive naked Russian tourist who attacked people in Pattaya.

Special police forces stormed a luxury villa after a long siege. Dozens of cars, a helipad, a zoo with tigers and poisonous snakes were found inside.

Death of two wild elephants due to an electric fence at a durian plantation in Thailand. Investigation and prospects for conflict resolution.

Two Chinese nationals have been detained in Bangkok after attempting to smuggle about 1 kilogram of heroin hidden in boxes of clothing to Australia.